A few years ago I took a trip with my youngest to visit my very good friend in Germany (who I am so excited to LIVE next to again soon). On my flight home I was sitting in the airport waiting for my flight amidst hundreds of Japanese business men in suits when all of a sudden I saw the cutest pregnant lady sitting reading a book...I took note and even wondered if she was American. Well when I got on the plane she was sitting in the seat behind me, so I said hello. We then got talking and found out we were both headed to Okinawa. She somehow asked what I did and I told her I was a photographer...a few minutes later she tapped me and said you are not Serena are you? And well we all know the answer to that one. I had to laugh that here I was flying in Germany and was called out...I was so humbled. To make a long story short we had all the same connections and we hit it off big time. I instantly adored her and she has since become one of my closest friends. We giggle anytime we think how we met...to get even more personal...when I was leaving Germany I was so very sad to be leaving my close, close friend, that I prayed please let me find a friend to make this easier. And my goodness did he ever deliver. I didnt even have to make that plane ride home ALONE! Since meeting, she has been my go-to friend. We can talk about anything and have a blast. As we part our seperate ways from this island.. I know in my heart this is not good-bye - just hold on a second. There will be many more years of giggles and talk.
So needless to say I jumped at the opportunity to photograph their family before they leave...
Thanks so much for years of good times and laughs. Thanks for being there for me. Love you - SN
That is so sweet!
Amazing how prayers are answered so wonderfully... :D
Posted by: Cherlyn Van Etta | June 10, 2008 at 03:40 PM
I've always thought that her children were breathtaking, and you did such a wonderful job capturing their amazing beauty. Love your conversions too...your b and w is better than ever.
Posted by: Melissa Sfida-Allen | June 11, 2008 at 08:08 AM
It has been awhile since I checked in with you..and I must say that tears came to my eyes. You are so amazing and the way you can capture that "moment" is just a gift! I hope you are doing well and let me know when you will be back in the states...I would love to catch up and see you..plus have you take some shots of our family!! Big hugs!!!!!
Posted by: Jill Farrow | June 26, 2008 at 10:23 AM
Wow, thanks everyone! Jill it is great to hear from you! How are you? Miss you here and will be sure to let you know when I will be in the states - it would be great to catch up! Did you ever start your own photography gig? I hope so!
Posted by: Serena Nicole | July 14, 2008 at 05:16 PM